Allan John Russell (born 13 December 1980) is a Scottish former professional footballer who was most recently a set-piece coach for EFL Championship club Norwich City.
Born in Glasgow, Russell began his career in 1999 with Hamilton Academical, making over sixty league appearances over a four-year period.
[9] During the 2018 FIFA World Cup, he earned particular praise for his work on the England team's set pieces, after a well-choreographed goal in their game against Panama.
[10] Russell was appointed assistant first team coach at Aberdeen in April 2021, initially combining the role with his England duties.
In January 2023, Russell began dating American actress and singer Jana Kramer, and the couple subsequently moved to Franklin, Tennessee.